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Hotel Chaaya Reef Ellaidhoo(3.5 stars)

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  • We felt very much at ease (14)
    "We felt very much at ease" found in 14 reviews
    • " A paradise on Earth, come again next year. We felt very much at ease , everything was very obviously, no frills. Normal people like you and I. not the right thing ... " 
      5.641666666666667
      May 2012
    • " We have 2 weeks lovely relaxing vacation on the island Ellaidhoo and were very satisfied . For all, on the search after a alternative the old Lily Beach are, noteworthy. Rainy season: ... " 
      4.458333333333333
      June 2012
    • " We would anytime again after Ellaidhoo flies! It was really perfect holiday for us! It was very quiet and relaxing! Transfer we had with the water plane! We can really ... " 
      5.305555555555555
      August 2012
    • " ... the right. The food was excellent- in the morning a rich breakfast and every evening varied, very delicious and freshly prepared courses. Our superior room was the best, which we had ever-large, clean and beautiful equipped with a half open bathroom. The nearby riff both for snorkelers, as well as for divers ... " 
      5.372222222222223
      April 2012
    • " Great holiday ! " 
      5.708333333333333
      April 2012
    • " Ellaidhoo -one of the few 'barefoot' islands was there, you feel like you're in paradise. Here is one of the most beautiful hotel reef, which on the Maldives gives. Even if a wall around the reef built was, what lots of ... " 
      5.875
      February 2012
    • " A beautiful Island for diving and relax. All are very friendly and helpful. We were the second time on the island and it was again a really great vacation . You will on arrival very welcomed warmly, a cool towels and a refreshing drink after a long ... " 
      6
      March 2012
    • " ... fish, skittering mackerels, there is so much, the all not at all write. For further information www. Diveandsailmaldives. COM/DE We also a third time after Ellaidhoo drive, it was a very, really great vacation 2012-03 Babett " 
      6
      March 2012
    • " Great hotel for the diving holiday! " 
      5.575
      May 2011
    • " Very recommendable island-food was great, room was very nice! The beach is how pictures can see not so big... If you want more beach and atmosphere wants, rather other Island! Very satisfied with our stay ! " 
      5.347222222222221
      June 2012
    • " ... guests. We could provide us with an overview of the standard rooms, Superior rooms and the bungalow and in our opinion offers the Superior Room because of its size and facilities the best for us value for money . because of the connecting door in the standard room, we can this not recommend, you can hear ... " 
      5.666666666666667
      November 2011
    • " Mainly revolves on the island all around diving and snorkeling. Besides there is a good equipped Fitness room, two pool- tables in good condition , a well-run spa area, which we used a lot. evenings there was always small entertainment ... " 
      5.666666666666667
      November 2011
    • " From the standard room rates we from! Everything other we really liked. My boyfriend is divers and was very satisfied . I schnorchle very gladly and can say, that rays, morays, sharks to water turtles at the nearby ... " 
      5.666666666666667
      November 2011
    • " ... the wall will not bad and has in relation to the undercutting the island a permission, but somehow they looked disturbed us nevertheless somewhat. The nearby riff but makes up for it, it is in very good condition and one is surprised, what you can see everything. From stonefish about turtle to the squid ... " 
      4.5
      February 2012
  • The staff were very friendly (9)
    "The staff were very friendly" found in 9 reviews
    • " ... diving course and the in-house reef was a highlight. The restaurant with sand floor was a dream. The sport on offer (tennis, badminton, squash, pool, Fitness studio) was varied and US large fun. The staff were very friendly and has been lovingly cared. A small Downstroke I would because of the concrete wall make, the ... " 
      5.8194444444444455
      January 2012
    • " ... not from any entrance from behind the wall to snorkeling came. Food was okay, always something for every taste. Drinks also okay. The rooms were 2 times a day through the room boy cleaned. Staff was always very friendly and helpful. Only drawback: partly is in need of renovation noticeable. So for example: ... " 
      4.458333333333333
      June 2012
    • " ... reef is brilliant! The diverse range of wildlife is overwhelming! The Corallen are also great! The service is the tip was good! One must not huge tip but again and again times 2-3 $then were all very friendly and accommodating. " 
      5.305555555555555
      August 2012
    • " ... okay, you have always found something, but could be better! Choice of all inclusive could be better ( cocktails tasted all the same!) Our roomboy was new and not very efficient, apart from that the staff were always very friendly ! " 
      4.805555555555555
      June 2012
    • " ... so to speak, under the open sky. The breakfast is very rich, the fruit will on the island cultivated, the dinner traditionally, very delicious! But there is also a Italian Corner with pasta! The staff are very accommodating , always very friendly. The diving school is also very recommendable. all together: the ... " 
      5.875
      February 2012
    • " A beautiful Island for diving and relax. All are very friendly and helpful . We were the second time on the island and it was again a really great vacation. You will on ... " 
      6
      March 2012
    • " ... also a really beautiful difficult, over here the guest is with a handshake approved and all signs the speedboat long after. The diving basis is deutschgeführt and very good organized. There are all very friendly and helpful. On a beautiful reef nearby diving or 2 times a day with the dhoni out. Nitrox is ... " 
      6
      March 2012
    • " It was everything very clean. The staff were very nice . We had booked all inclusive, which also highly recommendable is. " 
      6
      November 2011
    • " Very friendly staff . Everything very clean. The Communication is without problems in English. " 
      6
      November 2011
  • Food was okay (8)
    "Food was okay" found in 8 reviews
    • " ... allocated. The wall found we didn't bother us. Low tide and high tide are very noticeable made, so that one with low tide not from any entrance from behind the wall to snorkeling came. Food was okay , always something for every taste. Drinks also okay. The rooms were 2 times a day through the ... " 
      4.458333333333333
      June 2012
    • " ... A bit missing has through the 2. wall the Maldives feeling, but you know that beforehand. Ebb and tide makes it very noticeable, at ebb tide one cannot from any entrance on the reef snorkeling. Food was okay , you have always found something, but could be better! Choice of all inclusive could be better ... " 
      4.805555555555555
      June 2012
    • " ... words German. You will be greeted by all friendly and cared for. It is beautiful, with a large terrace to sit at the bar and look at the ocean or to see, as the sunset turns the sky red. The food was very good and the selection was very large. There was fish (in whole or steak from the grill or fried), chicken, ... " 
      4.361111111111111
      February 2011
    • " ... very good and the selection was very large. There was fish (in whole or steak from the grill or fried), chicken, steaks, pork, roast beef, lamb. Always sometimes from the wok, which was very tas ty, curry, Dhal, salads, different types of vegetables, also sushi for starters. The meat was always ... " 
      4.361111111111111
      February 2011
    • " We wanted relaxation and we also done... The island in about one and a half hours from the airport in male by speedboat reachable. It is small, but fine and very peaceful- for relaxing the right. The food was excellent - in the morning a rich breakfast and every evening varied, very delicious and freshly prepared ... " 
      5.372222222222223
      April 2012
    • " ... relaxing vacation. The staff are very friendly and more than willing to help. We had a water bungalow where the togetherness very enjoy can. Rooms very spacious and a beautiful Open air bathroom. Food was very good , just a little little choice. Unfortunately includes the all inclusive package not all drinks ... " 
      5.902777777777779
      August 2012
    • " We were the fifth time in the Maldives, this island was beyond expectations, a great relaxing vacation, room great, great food and underwater world breathtaking. We fly next year again. " 
      5.836111111111111
      May 2012
    • " there are 3 restaurants/ bars. the food is absolutely delicious and offers next to the local kitchen very much selection for the European Guest. In the morning ... " 
      5.666666666666667
      November 2011

Hotel review overview

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Rating by categories

  • Hotel in general
    5.1
  • Room
    5.4
  • Service
    5.3
  • Location
    5.2
  • Gastronomy
    5.2
  • Sport
    5.2

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    71
  • Very Good
    17
  • Acceptable
    4
  • Poor
    3
  • Terrible
    0
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The most helpful favorable review

5.333333333333333
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

On 01-09-12 entered my wife and I our 4. maldives holiday in. After reethi beach (2007, 2011) and angaga (2008) was the choice this time on ellaidhoo. Why? The island itched already since the renovation. Especially, a notedly diving island as advertised. Furthermore we had the hope, that the wall the pop-idol there -Maldives interested enough for me. The latter was not the case. …  read more

The most helpful critical review

3.5
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful

We enjoyed a relaxing snorkeling and seaside holiday on the Maldives. We chose chaaya reef to the damahligen time with 93% had been evaluated. This was our 3. time on the Maldives and we were for the first time disappointed by an island of Maldives. The service unfortunately very slow, one got after 3 weeks stay the feeling' the guest is no könig' tip is ( we had all-inclusive) the first 3 days one was at the bar despite welcome not respected, unfortunate …  read more

Summary of guest reviews by categories

  • " A paradise on Earth, come again next year. We felt very much at ease, everything was very obviously, no frills. Normal people like you and I. not the right thing ... "  Read more
    5.641666666666667
    May 2012
  • " We have 2 weeks lovely relaxing vacation on the island Ellaidhoo and were very satisfied. For all, on the search after a alternative the old Lily Beach are, noteworthy. Rainy season: ... "  Read more
    4.458333333333333
    June 2012
  • " We would anytime again after Ellaidhoo flies! It was really perfect holiday for us! It was very quiet and relaxing! Transfer we had with the water plane! We can really ... "  Read more
    5.305555555555555
    August 2012
  • " ... the right. The food was excellent- in the morning a rich breakfast and every evening varied, very delicious and freshly prepared courses. Our superior room was the best, which we had ever-large, clean and beautiful equipped with a half open bathroom. The nearby riff both for snorkelers, as well as for divers ... "  Read more
    5.372222222222223
    April 2012
  • " Great holiday! "  Read more
    5.708333333333333
    April 2012
  • " Ellaidhoo -one of the few 'barefoot' islands was there, you feel like you're in paradise. Here is one of the most beautiful hotel reef, which on the Maldives gives. Even if a wall around the reef built was, what lots of ... "  Read more
    5.875
    February 2012
  • " A beautiful Island for diving and relax. All are very friendly and helpful. We were the second time on the island and it was again a really great vacation. You will on arrival very welcomed warmly, a cool towels and a refreshing drink after a long ... "  Read more
    6
    March 2012
  • " ... fish, skittering mackerels, there is so much, the all not at all write. For further information www. Diveandsailmaldives. COM/DE We also a third time after Ellaidhoo drive, it was a very, really great vacation 2012-03 Babett "  Read more
    6
    March 2012
  • " Great hotel for the diving holiday! "  Read more
    5.575
    May 2011
  • " Very recommendable island-food was great, room was very nice! The beach is how pictures can see not so big... If you want more beach and atmosphere wants, rather other Island! Very satisfied with our stay! "  Read more
    5.347222222222221
    June 2012
  • " ... guests. We could provide us with an overview of the standard rooms, Superior rooms and the bungalow and in our opinion offers the Superior Room because of its size and facilities the best for us value for money. because of the connecting door in the standard room, we can this not recommend, you can hear ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    November 2011
  • " Mainly revolves on the island all around diving and snorkeling. Besides there is a good equipped Fitness room, two pool- tables in good condition, a well-run spa area, which we used a lot. evenings there was always small entertainment ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    November 2011
  • " From the standard room rates we from! Everything other we really liked. My boyfriend is divers and was very satisfied. I schnorchle very gladly and can say, that rays, morays, sharks to water turtles at the nearby ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    November 2011
  • " ... the wall will not bad and has in relation to the undercutting the island a permission, but somehow they looked disturbed us nevertheless somewhat. The nearby riff but makes up for it, it is in very good condition and one is surprised, what you can see everything. From stonefish about turtle to the squid ... "  Read more
    4.5
    February 2012
  • " Wonderful and a very relaxing vacation. The staff are very friendly and more than willing to help. We had a water bungalow where the togetherness very enjoy can. Rooms very spacious and a ... "  Read more
    5.902777777777779
    August 2012
  • " ... diving course and the in-house reef was a highlight. The restaurant with sand floor was a dream. The sport on offer (tennis, badminton, squash, pool, Fitness studio) was varied and US large fun. The staff were very friendly and has been lovingly cared. A small Downstroke I would because of the concrete wall make, the ... "  Read more
    5.8194444444444455
    January 2012
  • " ... not from any entrance from behind the wall to snorkeling came. Food was okay, always something for every taste. Drinks also okay. The rooms were 2 times a day through the room boy cleaned. Staff was always very friendly and helpful. Only drawback: partly is in need of renovation noticeable. So for example: ... "  Read more
    4.458333333333333
    June 2012
  • " ... reef is brilliant! The diverse range of wildlife is overwhelming! The Corallen are also great! The service is the tip was good! One must not huge tip but again and again times 2-3 $then were all very friendly and accommodating. "  Read more
    5.305555555555555
    August 2012
  • " ... okay, you have always found something, but could be better! Choice of all inclusive could be better ( cocktails tasted all the same!) Our roomboy was new and not very efficient, apart from that the staff were always very friendly! "  Read more
    4.805555555555555
    June 2012
  • " ... so to speak, under the open sky. The breakfast is very rich, the fruit will on the island cultivated, the dinner traditionally, very delicious! But there is also a Italian Corner with pasta! The staff are very accommodating, always very friendly. The diving school is also very recommendable. all together: the ... "  Read more
    5.875
    February 2012
  • " A beautiful Island for diving and relax. All are very friendly and helpful. We were the second time on the island and it was again a really great vacation. You will on ... "  Read more
    6
    March 2012
  • " ... also a really beautiful difficult, over here the guest is with a handshake approved and all signs the speedboat long after. The diving basis is deutschgeführt and very good organized. There are all very friendly and helpful. On a beautiful reef nearby diving or 2 times a day with the dhoni out. Nitrox is ... "  Read more
    6
    March 2012
  • " It was everything very clean. The staff were very nice. We had booked all inclusive, which also highly recommendable is. "  Read more
    6
    November 2011
  • " Very friendly staff. Everything very clean. The Communication is without problems in English. "  Read more
    6
    November 2011
  • " ... allocated. The wall found we didn't bother us. Low tide and high tide are very noticeable made, so that one with low tide not from any entrance from behind the wall to snorkeling came. Food was okay, always something for every taste. Drinks also okay. The rooms were 2 times a day through the ... "  Read more
    4.458333333333333
    June 2012
  • " ... A bit missing has through the 2. wall the Maldives feeling, but you know that beforehand. Ebb and tide makes it very noticeable, at ebb tide one cannot from any entrance on the reef snorkeling. Food was okay, you have always found something, but could be better! Choice of all inclusive could be better ... "  Read more
    4.805555555555555
    June 2012
  • " We wanted relaxation and we also done... The island in about one and a half hours from the airport in male by speedboat reachable. It is small, but fine and very peaceful- for relaxing the right. The food was excellent- in the morning a rich breakfast and every evening varied, very delicious and freshly prepared ... "  Read more
    5.372222222222223
    April 2012
  • " ... relaxing vacation. The staff are very friendly and more than willing to help. We had a water bungalow where the togetherness very enjoy can. Rooms very spacious and a beautiful Open air bathroom. Food was very good, just a little little choice. Unfortunately includes the all inclusive package not all drinks ... "  Read more
    5.902777777777779
    August 2012
  • " We were the fifth time in the Maldives, this island was beyond expectations, a great relaxing vacation, room great, great food and underwater world breathtaking. We fly next year again. "  Read more
    5.836111111111111
    May 2012
  • " there are 3 restaurants/ bars. the food is absolutely delicious and offers next to the local kitchen very much selection for the European Guest. In the morning ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    November 2011
  • " ... repair work being carried out, as without disruption of the guests. We could provide us with an overview of the standard rooms, Superior rooms and the bungalow and in our opinion offers the Superior Room because of its size and facilities the best for us value for money. because of the connecting ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    November 2011
  • " as already mentioned the superior room in our opinion very recommendable. Of course the bungalow also very nice. the size of the rooms ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    November 2011
  • " the rooms are good, clean and sufficiently equipped. Of safety deposit box a open bathroom to kettle, ... "  Read more
    4.5
    February 2012
Ian
United Kingdom
  • Family
  • Age 51-55
3 Other hotel reviews
5.1
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
This is a 3 star island and it's just lovely. No sunbed grabbers or any stress at all. Probably because there is practically nothing to do except snorkel around the island, kick back with a beer and read a book. The snorkelling is truly superb, you can swim round the whole island in an hour and I'm just an average swimmer. Not a lot of beach but then most people weren't seeming to use it anyway. Nearly all the beds on the beach were vacant when we passed by it. Food = buffet for us in a superior room (the … read more
Silvia
Austria
  • Couple
  • Age 41-45
1 Other hotel reviews
5.1
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
Was a great vacation. Great for diving and snorkeling. Dreamlike reef with Crazy great, colorful fish. Perfect organized diving school. The room was always clean And the bed was every day freshly changed. Only drawback was the service at the bar. One must the beverages itself otherwise You had to wait forever. … read more
Eduard
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 31-35
1 Other hotel reviews
5.2
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
The coral reef is great. We saw sharks, rays and turtles. The snorkeling possibilities are excellent. The possibilities to go swimming almost = 0, only a small lagoon and everywhere the unpleasant wall. … read more
Danny
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 31-35
1 Other hotel reviews
3.5
Rated:  
  • 3 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel not recommended
We enjoyed a relaxing snorkeling and seaside holiday on the Maldives. We chose chaaya reef to the damahligen time with 93% had been evaluated. This was our 3. time on the Maldives and we were for the first time disappointed by an island of Maldives. The service unfortunately very slow, one got after 3 weeks stay the feeling' the guest is no könig' tip is ( we had all-inclusive) the first 3 days one was at the bar despite welcome not respected, unfortunately it was other guests similar, only after the waiters tipping one was promptly and got something to … read more
2.8
Rated:  
  • 3 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel not recommended
Maldives holiday, the you could save for so much money! All are talking about a budget what not to understand, we have over €7,000 for this and i think that is a lot of money, but you can also what do, such as this hotel to now still 90% recommendation is beyond me! We have already been many a time on the Maldives and have never experienced something like that, that the guests glad was home to travel. We had when booking the strandbungalowas of 301 to 310 specified, where you can get a nice beach area had, which of … read more
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Hotel description *

  • Location
    The hotel is a safe distance away from the busy world with a total land area of 55,625 m². 300 m-long and 280 m-wide, this slice of private paradise is located on the eastern fringes of north Ari Atoll. Ari Atoll, the largest of the 22 natural atolls that make up the Maldive Islands, is located in the west of the archipelago.
  • Facilities
    The resort, like all nature's wonders, is blessed with all the amenities for a perfect holiday experience. Located 42 km from Male, the capital of the Maldives, it offers guests first-class accommodation in spectacular surroundings. It is just 25 minutes by seaplane or 85 minutes by speedboat.
  • Rooms
    The resort offers detailed accommodation designed to pamper and please guests. All rooms, equipped to the highest standards, offer a stunning view of the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. The rooms are en suite and equipped with hairdryer, satellite/cable TV and minibar.
  • Sports/Entertainment
    Recreational options for guests include hours of indulgence at the Sanctuary Spa, unwinding at the disco to the live music entertainment, diving or trying out some outdoor sports, such as tennis and beach volleyball. The gymnasium offers exhilarating work-out sessions managed by professional instructors for health conscious guests on holiday.
  • Meals
    There is a lot to choose from when it comes to cuisine on offer at the resort. Expect delectable fare at both the main restaurant and the à la carte restaurant as well as an impressive selection of beverages and aperitifs from the main bar.
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Hotel amenities

  • Shops in the hotel
  • Business centre
  • Play rooms
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning

Room amenities

  • Writing bureau
  • Satellite TV
  • Fan
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Coffee and tea
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Full board
  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar
  • Breakfast buffet

A choice of sports

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis court
  • Volleyball

Spa offers

  • Spa centre
  • Sauna

Other hotel information

  • City hotel
  • 24 hour reception
  • Gay friendly
  • Airport transfer
  • Eurocard/Mastercard
  • Information desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Children welcome
  • Wifi
  • Laundry service
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